AMD boosts AI capabilities with Nod.ai acquisition
Looking to bolster its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, AMD has acquired AI specialist developer Nod.ai. The chip maker says the acquisition strongly aligns with its AI growth strategy centred on an open software ecosystem that lowers the barriers of entry...
AI helps SA scientists to improve pollen forecasts
Artificial Iintelligence (AI) is being used by South African scientists to detect and classify pollen spores in real time, which may improve forecasting of bioaerosols that trigger respiratory illnesses like allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and asthma. Prof Jonny Peter,...
Telco banking rides digitalisation wave
Telcos are the new banks, as telecom service providers in Europe and the US continue venturing into the financial sector. Though mature telco banking endeavors are rare, some operators have identified banking as an opportune avenue for diversification, with differing...
Standard Bank turns to blockchain for cross-border trade processes
Standard Bank Group has partnered with Hedera Hashgraph, an enterprise-grade distributed public ledger, and joined the Hedera Governing Council. Standard Bank will establish the continent's first Hedera network node, which is set to solve some of the sore points that...
Lessons learnt from a year of Covid-19
Kathy Gibson reports - The last year has brought more change than people could have anticipated, and some valuable lessons have been learnt. As we approach one year since the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared the novel coronavirus a pandemic, Jeetu Patel,...
Sales reps take a big knock in era of virtual selling
Only 23% of B2B sales reps believe they are equally effective selling virtually as they are in a live, onsite setting. However, Gartner's Seller Skill Assessment, which surveyed 1 122 sales reps September 2020 through January 2021, showed that 58% of sales reps also...
SA one of the most sceptical countries about 5G
Enabling super-fast low latency internet, 5G has the strong potential to unlock the full capabilities of other advanced technologies like augmented reality and Internet of things (IoT) - but many are still cynical about the technology. Prolifics Testing utilised...
SA businesses will miss out on top talent without permanent remote work
Remote work is here to stay, with 90% of South African respondents agreeing that it will be more common post-pandemic. New research from Citrix shows that remote and flexible work options are now key to attracting and retaining talent, with 60% saying that businesses...
The changing threat landscape
Cyberattacks evolved significantly in 2020 as threat actors sought to profit from the unprecedented socioeconomic, business and political challenges brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic. In 2020, IBM Security X-Force Threat Intelligence Index observed attackers...
What are the threats facing IT users?
Computer users are up against more than 100 000 malicious websites and 10 000 malicious files daily - and 87% of organisations have experienced an attempted exploit of an already-known, existing vulnerability, while 46% of organisations have had at least one employee...
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MDM key for companies leveraging mobile
Enterprise mobility is evolving – and fast. For a few years, talk has been around mobile devices in the context of bring your own device (BYOD) and security. Now the focus is shifting to how to make mobile really work for business. “Beyond e-mail on handsets and...
Veeam introduces Backup Cloud Edition
Businesses with virtualised IT environments will soon be able to back up their servers to a secure cloud-based service of their choice, says Jessica van Wyk of Veeam South Africa. “Veeam Backup and Replication is already the easiest, most reliable, quickest way to...
Keeping companies safe as IT threats soar
News of new forms of insidious cyber-attacks, viruses and malware emerges almost daily – making it seem as if a so-called "cybergeddon" is imminent – yet many companies still do not have adequate infrastructure to protect themselves against these online onslaughts. Is...
Move from BI to intelligent business
Companies are getting very good at collecting business intelligence - but too few are using it to change the way they interact with customers. Addressing delegates at the Teradata User Group hosted by Bytes Systems Integration in Midrand recently, Teradata’s Rob...
Stellenbosch University optimises VDI
As an early adopter of desktop virtualisation, Stellenbosch University has optimised their virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) even further by deploying a Tintri VMstore T540 unit that provides high throughput required to enable hundreds of simultaneous user logons...
Mobile computing to grow IT in 2013
Mobile computing is growing momentously and is set to account for as much as 57% of worldwide IT market growth in 2013, says Derick Roberts, CEO of TruTeq Devices, a Pretoria-based company focusing on wireless connectivity solutions to all market sectors, including a...
The four steps to IT consolidation
Tell a spouse that users would like to consolidate their neatly organised home storage to a single closet and the idea may be met with a startled face twisted into a smirk. Why would users want to destabilise the status quo if what they have is adequate? Similarly,...
Ovum: treat customers as individuals
A fundamental lack of understanding about who the customer is means insurers are facing a “through the looking glass” moment. Traditional perspectives about the importance of operational excellence and a primarily product-focused approach, are being turned inside-out...
The end of the landline?
Landline users in South Africa are cutting the cord. In mid-November, Telkom, the country’s major fixed line operator – which also happens to be the largest in Africa – revealed that it has witnessed a steady decline in the amount of landline users it serves, with the...
Will the 2013 big data trend last?
No matter which industry users are involved in, the chances that they have heard about the concept of “big data” as a “big” trend for 2013, are quite high. In fact, the IDC is predicting that the big data market will grow at a rate of 31,7% until it reaches...
Applications Developer and Support – Gauteng Midrand
PurposeTo assist the Senior Database and Applications Developer in designing, developing and maintaining high performance scalable and secure database solution in order to ensure successful and efficient database solutions meeting the business requirements. Minimum...
Network Engineer
ENVIRONMENT:Our client who provides converged business solutions including Cloud, Connectivity, Security, Voice, Data Centre and Technology Support services, is currently seeking a talented Network Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible...
Senior Full Stack Developer
We are looking for an experienced and talented Senior Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Full Stack Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining both front-end and back-end applications. The ideal candidate will...
FULL STACK DEVELOPER
Role Design and develop robust, testable, and maintainable software solutions.Document software, in particular business rules and key technical decisions.Research and make suggestions on how to improve our existing systems.Analyse, diagnose and resolve software...
Senior Database and Applications Developer
Requirements: Relevant Degree/National Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science/ Information Systems or equivalent.At least 3-4 years' experience in an ICT applications development, implementation, support and maintenance /enhancements environment.Duties:...
Network Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:Our client who provides converged business solutions including Cloud, Connectivity, Security, Voice, Data Centre and Technology Support services, is currently seeking a talented Network Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible...
Senior Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are looking for an experienced and talented Senior Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Full Stack Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining both front-end and back-end applications. The ideal candidate will...
FULL STACK DEVELOPER – Gauteng Pretoria North
Role Design and develop robust, testable, and maintainable software solutions.Document software, in particular business rules and key technical decisions.Research and make suggestions on how to improve our existing systems.Analyse, diagnose and resolve software...
Senior Database and Applications Developer – Gauteng Midrand
Requirements: Relevant Degree/National Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science/ Information Systems or equivalent.At least 3-4 years' experience in an ICT applications development, implementation, support and maintenance /enhancements environment.Duties:...
Junior Data Analyst
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a development company with offices in Stellenbosch and Johannesburg, dedicated to advancing cutting-edge agricultural technologies. The position of a Data Analyst involves formulating strategies for their clients, including growers and...
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